Consider the following statements with reference to BRICS: 1. Recently, Nigeria has been admitted as "partner country" of BRICS grouping. 2. It is the 15th BRICS partner country. 3. It represents about 40% of the global population. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
1 and 3 only
Why in the News?
"Nigeria Joins BRICS as 9th Partner Country, Strengthening Global South Representation”
Statement 1: correct
Nigeria was recently admitted as the 9th "partner country" of BRICS, joining other nations like Belarus, Bolivia, and Uzbekistan. This reflects BRICS' ongoing efforts to expand its network beyond its full members to strategic partners.
Statement 2: incorrect
Nigeria is the 9th partner country, not the 15th. BRICS has 11 full members and 9 partner countries, highlighting its growing influence through partnerships rather than an exaggerated count.
Statement 3: correct
BRICS represents around 40% of the global population, signifying its immense demographic weight. This includes populous nations like India, China, and Brazil, making it a major voice for the Global South in global affairs.
Consider the following statements with reference to Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC):
1. Recently, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has hosted the first-ever BIMSTEC Youth Summit in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
2. Its goal is to strengthen youth collaboration across regions and facilitate exchange of youth-led initiatives among BIMSTEC Member Countries.
3. It was established in the late twentieth century with the signing of the Bangkok Declaration.
How many of the above statement is/are correct?
Consider the following statements with reference to South Asian Free Trade Area (SAFTA):
1. Recently, Solvent Extractors’ Association of India urged the central government to regulate the surge of refined soybean and palm oil imports from Nepal citing ‘Rule of Origin’ norm’s violation.
2. It aims to reduce trade barriers and promote economic cooperation among SAARC member states.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Consider the following statements with reference to South Asian Free Trade Area (SAFTA):
1. Recently, Solvent Extractors’ Association of India urged the central government to regulate the surge of refined soybean and palm oil imports from Nepal citing ‘Rule of Origin’ norm’s violation.
2. It aims to reduce trade barriers and promote economic cooperation among SAARC member states.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC):
1. Recently, Brazil approved entry into OPEC+.
2. It is a permanent intergovernmental organization of more than twenty oil exporting developing nations.
3. It was created at the Baghdad Conference in 1960.
How many of the above statement is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the Bay of Bengal Inter-Governmental Organisation (BOBP-IGO):
1. Recently, Bangladesh has assumed its chairmanship.
2. It includes all the littoral states of the Bay of Bengal as full members.
3. It is a specialized agency of the United Nations.
How many of the above statement is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the Bay of Bengal Inter-Governmental Organisation (BOBP-IGO):
1. Recently, Bangladesh has assumed its chairmanship.
2. It includes all the littoral states of the Bay of Bengal as full members.
3. It is a specialized agency of the United Nations.
How many of the above statement is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding Organization of Islamic Cooperation:
1. It was formed primarily to address economic disparities within the European Union.
2. It is the largest international organization after the United Nations, with more than 100 member states.
3. Recently, It endorsed a proposal by the African Union concerning the Gaza situation.
Which of the above statements is/are not correct?
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